Cheap Homes for Rent in Northwest Elgin Neighborhood of Elgin, IL from $800 (4 Rentals)

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Northwest Elgin, Elgin, IL Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwest Elgin, IL

As of July 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Northwest Elgin area is the $1.86 price per square foot 443 Jefferson Ave Model at 443 Jefferson Ave, Unit 3 in the in the West Ridge Village neighborhood starting from $1,675. The second greatest value Northwest Elgin apartment is the 1 Bed Room Model at 311 Barrington Ave Lofts starting at $1,550 with a $1.75 price per square foot in the Beacon Pointe neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northwest Elgin apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
443 Jefferson Ave, Unit 3443 Jefferson Ave1BR,1BA$1.86
311 Barrington Ave Lofts1 Bed Room1BR,1BA$1.75
39 Surrey Dr39 Surrey2BR,1BA$1.65
Fountain Square1Bed/1Bath1BR,1BA$2.32
125 W Main St, Unit B125 W Main St1BR,1BA$2.00
The Villages at CanterfieldA1BR,1BA$2.17
1900 at Canterfield Apartment HomesA1- Lower1BR,1BA$2.24
Watermark at The Grove1.11BR,1BA$2.83
305 Oregon Ave, Unit MM305 Oregon Ave1BR,1BA$3.03
Furnished Studio-Chicago - Elgin - West DuFurnished Studio-Chicago - Elgin - West Du...Studio ,1BA$20.00

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Frequently Asked Questions about Northwest Elgin

What type of rentals are currently available in Northwest Elgin?

There are currently 142 Apartments for Rent in Northwest Elgin, IL with pricing that ranges from $826 to $6,000. There are also 21 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Northwest Elgin ranging from $850 to $3,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Northwest Elgin?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Northwest Elgin ranges from $850 to $3,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,010.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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